NHTSA investigationEA00023
Investigation EA00023: Vehicles
- Status
- CLOSED
- Opened
- Aug 31, 2000
- Closed
- Dec 10, 2001
- Model years
- —
Subject
Tire tread separation
Component: Tires
Summary
Tire failures including, but not limited to, tread separation and/or blowouts
An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.
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